IntroductionIf your cooker hood is supplied with a charcoal filter and is running in the filtering method the saturation
These instructions are designed to tell you of the various technical details of your cooker hood and to makeof the charcoal filter will be indicated. After 120 hours all buttons except the main switch will flashing and
you familiar with its use. Since these instructions cover more than one type of hood within the same series,the charcoal filter should be replaced.
it may be that reference is made to components that do not form part of the hood that you are installing.It is as well possible to select manual the degree of saturation. By switch off cooker hood and pushing the
The hood may be used as an exhaust or filter hood. If evacuation is available (exhaust duct or air flue) webottoms 2 and 3 temporary for more than 2 seconds:
recommend using the hood in the exhaust version to discharge all the kitchen vapors and odors out-doors.- No flashing light of the bottom: less than 30 working hours
Fittings can vary from country to country. We reserve the right to modify the product without any notice- Flashing light of bottom 1: between 30 and 60 working hours
always with the aim of improvements and in compliance with the relevant norm.- Flashing light of bottom 1 and 2: between 60 and 110 working hours
Suggestions for using the hood in exhaust position- Flashing light of bottom 1, 2 and 3: more than 110 working hours
When an exhaust hood and a heat source requiring ambient air (e.g. gas, oil, coal stoves, etc.) are usedAfter you have replaced the charcoal filter you should reset the timer by means pushing the main switch
at the same time, attention is required because the air necessary for combustion is exhausted from thefor more than 2 seconds. If the Timer will not by reset manual the electronic will reset after 15 minutes
room through the hood and this creates depression. There is no such danger when the maximumautomatically the Timer.
depression in the room is 0,04 mbar. In this condition no exhaust gas from the heat source is piped. ToSetting from Exhaust method into Filtering method (only for model HR - Fig.3B)
assure this condition, make openings in the room which cannot be closed (doors, windows, etc. are notTo get an efficiency aspiration the cooker hood could work in 2 different methods - Exhaust / Filtering. By
sufficient) and through which the air necessary for combustion can freely flow. Note:?All the exhaustsetting the cooker hood into the proper method the electronic will adjust automatically the fan speed to
ductwork in the apartment or house should be studied. In case of doubts, get advice or authorization fromthe air resistance of the charcoal filter.
the person or agency responsible for the building. When using gas burners, gas ovens, etc. as well asExhaust Method: By switch off cooker hood and pushing the bottom 1 for more than 3 seconds the cooker
when using the hood in the filter version, these precautions are not necessary. N.B. The efficiency of thehood will set to the exhaust method - confirm by flashing all buttons for 4 times.
exhaust hood decreases as the length of the ducts and number of elbows increase. When using theFiltering Method: By switch off cooker hood and pushing the bottom 2 for more than 3 seconds the cooker
exhaust version, follow these rules: Do not connect the exhaust hood to chimneys, flues, and air ductshood will set to the filtering method - confirm by flashing all buttons for 8 times.
serving the room. Before venting into exhaust flues and ducts no longer in use, ask for the approval of theNote: The cooker hood is set from the factory into the Exhaust method.
person or agency responsible for the building. The evacuated air must not be let into a warm air duct. ForOperation light and function of saturation indication for the filters
the evacuation of the exhausted air please note ufficial instructions.HI (Fig. 3C) - The saturation of the grease filter will be indicated by the operation LED. By switch off cooker
Installationhood and pushing the bottom T the operation LED will indicate different colours with following meanings:
The hood must be mounted over the center of the cooking area. The minimum distances between theGreen Light: less than 6 working hours
cooking area and the underpart of the hood are 650 mm.Yellow Light: between 6 and 12 working hours
Warning: If the room contains a flued fuel burning appliance which is not of the "balance flue" type makeRed Light: more than 12 working hours (the grease filter should be cleaned or eventual changed)
sure these is an adequate air inlet to the room at all times so that fumes are not drawn down the flue. N.B.HR (Fig. 3B) - The saturation of the grease filter will be indicated automatically after 20 hours by means
The distances, however, are subject to the safety rules in effect in the various countries. Before drilling thewith flashing of the running speed of the cooker hood. That mean the grease filter should be cleaned or
wall make sure that no pipes or cables will be damaged. If there is no outer waste-pipe for the exhausteventual changed.
version, an air outlet with a diameter of 130 mm must be made through the wall.It is as well possible to select manual the degree of saturation. By switch off cooker hood and pushing the
Wall fixing of the cooker hoodbottoms 1 and 3 temporary for more than 2 seconds:
1) Set the distance between the cooker hob and the hood (Pict. 4).- No flashing light of the bottom: less than 6 working hours
2) If your hood is fitted with a metal carbon filter frame the mounting operation can be made more easily- Flashing light of bottom 1: between 6 and 12 working hours
by removing it by means of the screws (Pict. 2/1) before beginning to work. The frame must be- Flashing light of bottom 1 and 2: between 12 and 18 working hours
remounted when the operation is finished.- Flashing light of bottom 1, 2 and 3: more than 18 working hours
3) Join the two parts of the spigot (Pict. 5/H) and fix it to the upper part of the motor group (Pict. 5/L) byAfter you have cleaned or eventual changed the grease filter you should reset the timer by means pushing
means of the 4 screws (Pict. 5/I).the main switch for more than 2 seconds. If the Timer will not by reset manual the electronic will reset after
4) Drill the holes into the wall (Pict. 5/N) at the right distance showen here after, and fix the cookerhood15 minutes automatically the Timer.
(Pict. 4).If your cooker hood is supplied with a charcoal filter and is running in the filtering method the saturation
5) For a correct installation the hood is provided (in the rear side of its body) with one or two holes 8 mmof the charcoal filter will be indicated. After 120 hours all buttons except the main switch will flashing and
diam. into which one or two wall fixing screws must be inserted (Pict. 5/O). For the models suppliedthe charcoal filter should be replaced.
with a fixing bracket (Pict. 7/1) you need only to fix it with the supplied screws and plugs into the holesIt is as well possible to select manual the degree of saturation. By switch off cooker hood and pushing the
(Pict. 7/2).bottoms 2 and 3 temporary for more than 2 seconds:
6) For the exhaust version, please connect the flange to an outlet ducting of 125 mm diameter (Pict. 5/- No flashing light of the bottom: less than 30 working hours
F). If the hood is in recirculating version the flange must be fixed to the connection piece, which is- Flashing light of bottom 1: between 30 and 60 working hours
provided (Pict. 5/G).- Flashing light of bottom 1 and 2: between 60 and 110 working hours
Insure that all parts are properly fixed and that it is impossible to touch moving parts.- Flashing light of bottom 1, 2 and 3: more than 110 working hours
N.B.: When using a 150mm air outlet, do not fasten the air outlet pipe with the screws, as this might causeAfter you have replaced the charcoal filter you should reset the timer by means pushing the main switch
the metal valve to malfunction.for more than 2 seconds. If the Timer will not by reset manual the electronic will reset after 15 minutes
N.B.: In the case of recirculation fitting, join the flange and the T joint provided with 2 screws at the pointautomatically the Timer.
marked with a line on the flange; this must all be done before fixing the hood to the wall.Setting from Exhaust method into Filtering method (only for model HR - Fig.3B)
Installation of the pipes (valid for exhaust or filter version)To get an efficiency aspiration the cooker hood could work in 2 different methods - Exhaust / Filtering. By
1) Fix the bracket (Pict. 5/C) with 2 plugs and screws (Pict. 5/A) in the required hight for the pipe.setting the cooker hood into the proper method the electronic will adjust automatically the fan speed to
2) Screw the short pipe (Pict. 5/D) with 2 screws on the bracket (Pict. 5/B).the air resistance of the charcoal filter.
3) Insert the 2 nuts in the holes on the lower part of the long pipe. Put the long pipe over the short oneExhaust Method: By switch off cooker hood and pushing the bottom 1 for more than 3 seconds the cooker
(Pict. 5/E) by pulling a part the laterals of the pipe.hood will set to the exhaust method - confirm by flashing all buttons for 4 times.
4) Fix the long pipe with 2 screws on the hood (Pict. 5/Q).Filtering Method: By switch off cooker hood and pushing the bottom 2 for more than 3 seconds the cooker
Attention: The panel should be fitted (if supplied) over the body after installation and fixed from the outsidehood will set to the filtering method - confirm by flashing all buttons for 8 times.
using the special screws, washer and cover provided (Fig. 6/3). Some models could be supplied only withNote: The cooker hood is set from the factory into the Exhaust method.
2 external and 2 internal fixingpoints with relevants nuts (Fig. 6/4). The crystal cover panels are only fixedLamp Replacement
from the outside.To changes incandescent bulbs please work from outside of the hood means to pull off the lamp
Electric connectiondiffuser. If it has a halogen lamp look out not to touch it with your hands when you replace it. Use
Make sure the supply voltage ratings correspond with those stated on the appliance data plate.a dry and not greasy protection (for example a cloth) in order to avoid a direct contact with skin which
Attention: if the appliance is not provided with a plug or cannot be easily connected to a wall socket, thencould make the lamp break. Never use lamps with a wattage higher than the one shown on the label
the electrical circuit must incorporate a circuit breaker having at least a 3 mm separation between contacts.inside the hood.
If the appliance is provided with a supply cord and plug, the appliances must be positioned so that the plugSafety rules
is accessible.Do not do any flambe cooking underneath the hood. When frying, never leave the pan alone because
Attention: if there are three wires in the electrical supply cable they must be connected as follows:the cooking oil could flare up. Clean all the surfaces frequently to avoid danger of fire. This can be
green/yellow = ground ? blue = neutral ? brown = linedone with a cloth or/and with a brush drenched with denatured alcohol or with any other similar
Important: the hood manufacturer will not be responsible for any damage or loss caused by failuresubstances, except for the button area (Fig. 3). It is also important to remove and clean or substitute
to observe these instructions.frequently the filter installed in the hood.
Important: a damaged power supply cord must be replaced by the service.Maintenance
Using the cooker hood
NOTE: Prior to any maintenance, switch off and disconnect from electrical supply.
The cooker hood should be switched on either before or at the same as cooking or frying commences.1) Under normal cooking conditions the grease filter should be cleaned every 10-15 days in hot
The grease and carbon filters are more effective if the fan is not switched off immediately after cookingwater, to which a suitable detergent has been added. For reasons of efficiency and safety regular
or frying is completed, but only after a period of some 20-30 minutes. Before using the cooker hood pleasecleaning is advised. The grease filter may be subject to a small amount of shrinkage initially.
ensure that all plastic films like on metal grease filter an stainless steel ducting are removed.2) The outer casing of the Cooker Hood should be cleaned with a damp cloth.
User instructions3) The effective life of the carbon filter will naturally depend on the frequency and type of cooking
The cooker hood could be supplied with different operation panels (Fig. 3A-3B-3C) that works in thefumes to which it is subject. As general guide we suggest that a replacement is fitted at least
following way:every 12 months.
Mechanical Switches (slide or pushbutton-Fig.3A)4) Once a year, (more frequently with heavy usage), call a serviceman to clean the fan and air ducts
1 - Speed Switch2 - Light Switchto prevent build-up of flammable fat deposits.
Back Lit Switches HR (Fig.3B)The carbon filter
- Main Switch 1-2-3 Speed Switches2 - Light SwitchWhen a carbon filter is fitted, the air that is sucked in is additionally cleaned by the active carbon particles
The Timer will run if any speed switch is pushed for more than 3 seconds and will stop running the cookerwithin the filter. This filter cannot be cleaned and so needs to be replaced from time to time, approximately
hood after 5 minutes.every six months, depending on how frequently the hood is in use.
Multicolour Switches HI (Fig.3C)Replacing the active carbon filter
0/1-2-3 Speed Switches L - Light Switch T - Timer(only for recirculation hoods)
The Timer will run if the timer switch is pushed and will stop running the cooker hood after 5 minutes.The filter can be easily removed by pulling downwards the two knobs (Pict. 2/2).
Operation light and function of saturation indication for the filtersGrease filter
HI (Fig. 3C) - The saturation of the grease filter will be indicated by the operation LED. By switch off cookerThis absorbs vapor-suspended grease particles and protects the kitchen and furniture from greasy
hood and pushing the bottom T the operation LED will indicate different colours with following meanings:residues. The filter should be washed every 10 to 15 days (in normal operating conditions). Dip the filter
Green Light: less than 6 working hoursinto a de-greaser solution or put it in the dish washer. Make sure not to damage the filter, which is made
Yellow Light: between 6 and 12 working hoursof several layers of thin alloy, by hitting or crushing it. The aluminium filter will may change colour, that
Red Light: more than 12 working hours (the grease filter should be cleaned or eventual changed)will have no influence of the efficiency of the filter, may it will improve it.
HR (Fig. 3B) - The saturation of the grease filter will be indicated automatically after 20 hours by meansReplacing or cleaning the filters
with flashing of the running speed of the cooker hood. That mean the grease filter should be cleaned orJust push the handle towards the rear, proceed with the cleaning and repeat the operation counterclockwise
eventual changed.(Pict. 1/1). To remove the aluminuim grease filter (Pict. 1/2), grab the opening tongue at the filter, pull it
It is as well possible to select manual the degree of saturation. By switch off cooker hood and pushing thein your direction and move the filter downwards. To reinstall it operate reversed.
bottoms 1 and 3 temporary for more than 2 seconds:Safety Requirements
- No flashing light of the bottom: less than 6 working hoursExhaust air must not be discharged into any chimney, or flue which may carry combustion products
- Flashing light of bottom 1: between 6 and 12 working hoursfrom other sources. In addition, exhaust air must not be discharged into a wall cavity unless designed
- Flashing light of bottom 1 and 2: between 12 and 18 working hoursfor the purpose. Note instructions for cleaning fan as note ?4? on ?MAINTENANCE?. Moreover it
- Flashing light of bottom 1, 2 and 3: more than 18 working hoursis important to clean regularly each filter of the hood or replace iT.
After you have cleaned or eventual changed the grease filter you should reset the timer by means pushing
the main switch for more than 2 seconds. If the Timer will not by reset manual the electronic will reset after
15 minutes automatically the Timer. |